The Answer Man

The Answer Man (2009) starring Jeff Daniels, Lauren Graham, Lou Taylor Pucci, Olivia Thirlby, Kat Dennings. Twenty years ago, Arlen Faber (Daniels) wrote a spiritual self-help book titled Me and God. Ever since then, people have pursued him, looking for answers. He has been a virtual hermit until he throws his back out and has to seek the help of a chiropractor named Elizabeth (Graham). This movie is a sort of romantic comedy, but unfortunately, the chemistry between Daniels and Graham is virtually nonexistent. Furthermore, the script is extremely ragged, with many scenes thrown in for no apparent reason, and with many other scenes that might have helped to advance the story left out. Thirlby and Dennings, two beautiful and talented actresses, are pretty much wasted in this film; their parts are mere sketches. I was very disappointed in this movie, and would not recommend it to anybody. (Subtitles for the hearing-impaired are not included, but closed captions save the day.) Grade: C